Putnam Cycling Classic: Hilly, scenic and satisfying

12:47 PM,
Oct. 16, 2012

Racers at the start of the Putnam Cycling Classic

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| The Journal News

The Putnam Cycling Classic's maiden run attracted 188 riders to the event's two hilly routes, according to organizers.

Putnam County Tourism Director Libby Pataki and County Executive MaryEllen Odell officially started the race in Cold Spring just after 9 a.m. Sunday.

Less than two hours later, Dominic Stobart crossed the finish line after completing the shorter 50K route in 1 hour, 51 minutes and 41 seconds. A native of London who lives in Pelham, Stobart said while the outing was pleasant, the 38-mile ride was brutal. "It was hilly. I found it really, really tough," he said. "I was just glad ...